Bus Driver I

MAAC (Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

MAAC is seeking a Bus Driver I for the Vista, CA location to transport Head Start participants and families in a safe, reliable manner.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid CA Class B license, and a valid CA school bus certificate, with an acceptable MVR. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; you will work under supervision with a focus on safety and community engagement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid California Driver’s License, Class B at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Valid California school bus certification at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) at time or hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Applicants residing in Head Start center communities preferred.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) speaking, reading, and writing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates the bus on assigned routes within specified time frame.
• Follows any program rules for conduct while operating the bus.
• Communicates effectively with staff, parents, and children.
• Maintains accurate records of daily transportation of children and daily operation of bus.
• Assists in the development of safe bus routes.
• Conducts daily safety and vehicle condition inspections.
• Accurately reports and follows up on all vehicle defect reports.
• Provides scheduled bus evacuation training to children, staff, and parents.
• Provides a positive and supportive environment for the children.
• Performs basic center custodial duties as assigned.
• Attends required training’s, meetings, and conferences.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safe driving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CA Driver’s License, Class B

CA school bus certification

Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)

Head Start community residence preferred

English/Spanish bilingual preferred

Job description

Route Location: Vista, CA (MAAC North Campus) Hourly - Bus Driver I: $24.54 - $29.16 DOE/Q 46 Week role

MAAC STORY

Since 1965, MAAC has been maximizing self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our communities. MAAC employs dedicated staff who provide life-changing services to thousands of individuals annually through programs in five core focus areas: Education, Economic Development, Health & Wellbeing, Housing, and Advocacy & Leadership Development. Through a wide variety of programs, MAAC has grown to become one of the largest nonprofit social service organizations in the community. Learn more about the great things happening with MAAC at http://www.maacproject.org/

DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Head Start (HS) and Early Head Start (EHS) are comprehensive federally funded school-readiness programs for low-income and special needs children that promote parents as the primary educator of the child. MAAC currently serves a diverse group of low-income children and their families in North County; the majority of the participating families are of Latino/Hispanic ethnicity. These programs ensure that children ages 0-3 (EHS) and 3-5 (HS) and their families are provided with comprehensive services to promote optimum physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth. MAAC’s California State Preschool program provides educational and developmental services to qualifying children ages 3 to 5; parents are encouraged to participate with their children and to be involved in their children’s development.

DEFINITION

Under direct supervision, the Bus Driver will operate a school bus providing transportation to children and families of the Head Start Program in accordance with state and local regulations; perform custodial duties as assigned: pick up and deliver food from the central kitchen to designated centers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Safely operates the bus on assigned routes within specified time frame
• Follows any program rules for conduct while operating the bus
• Communicates effectively with staff, parents, and children
• Maintains accurate records of daily transportation of children and daily operation of bus
• Assists in the development of safe bus routes
• Conducts daily safety and vehicle condition inspections
• Accurately reports and follows up on all vehicle defect reports
• Provides scheduled bus evacuation training to children, staff, and parents
• Provides a positive and supportive environment for the children
• Performs basic center custodial duties as assigned
• Attends required training’s, meetings, and conferences
• Performs other related duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid California Driver’s License, Class B at time of hire and maintained throughout employment
• Valid California school bus certification at time of hire and maintained throughout employment
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) at time or hire and maintained throughout employment
• Applicants residing in Head Start center communities preferred
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) speaking, reading, and writing preferred

AND

Valid CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications must be obtained within first two months (2) of employment and maintained throughout employment (paid, designated training available through MAAC). In the event employees do not attend the scheduled training, they must obtain the cards through outside resources and costs will not be reimbursed. The certifications must be obtained and maintained within prescribed timelines.

VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORS

• Listens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and underlying assumptions
• Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers
• Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development
• Attends work consistently and punctually. Arrives to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlines
• Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers. Protects the proprietary information of MAAC systems
• Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes
• Deals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person. Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes

HEALTH STATUS

Must have a physical examination, TB clearance and a drug screen by a doctor/clinic designated by MAAC as well as immunization records for influenza*, pertussis and measles as required by state and federal regulations prior to the first day of employment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone, uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms. An employee also is regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and situations; use basic math; learn and apply new information or skills; work under intensive deadlines and interact with MAAC management, administrators, staff, teachers, parents, family members, children and others encountered in the course of work.

BACKGROUND CLEARANCE

All positions are subject to a background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout employment as required by various funding sources.

Note: California Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment.

TRANSPORTATION

Must have and maintain a valid California Driver’s License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to MAAC’s insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California DMV Pull Program.